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The DNA Files
The DNA Files,
an award-winning NPR-distributed series that explores the intriguing world of genetics and its impact on life in the 21st century, aired on Chicago Public Radio in the fall of 2007.
Episodes
Gender Bending Flies: Searching for 'Gay Genes'
Scientists suspect there may be genes that determine sexual orientation in some way. But so far there have only been clues, no definitive answers. Lynette Kalsnes kicks-off the first in a series of five reports exploring genetics.
Who Owns Our DNA?
Lynette Kalsnes reports on a federal case that will have a lot to say about who owns our DNA once we’ve donated it for research.
Genetics Provide Hope for Personalized Medicine
What if your doctor were able to prescribe a treatment tailored just for you? Based on your genetic makeup, you’d have the right drug, no side effects, in the right dosage. Lynette Kalsnes reports on one young man who has joined a study that he hopes will help determine which drugs are best for children with ADHD.
Scientists Explore Ancestry and Disease Connection
Today's report from the
DNA Files
series on genetics examines why scientists are looking for links between ancestry and disease and how they deal with the haunting legacy of racism in scientific research.
Scientists Look for Link Between Stress and Disease
A lot of us think of our genes as this sort of immutable force. We’re born with our DNA and it doesn’t change. But scientists are more certain than ever that the environment we live in can cause our genes to mutate, or even function differently.
Local News
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Protesters Want Immigration on Front Burner
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Immigrants To Rally in East Chicago
Some Illinois Democrats Still Unsure on Health Care
Durbin Believes Health Care Bill Will Pass
National News
Congress clears historic health care bill
On final day, Obama works vote outside public view
French left beats Sarkozy's party in regional vote
Frustrations await Bush, Clinton visit to Haiti
Air travelers to see tougher security before beach
Tens of thousands rally for immigration reform
Israel: No building restrictions in east Jerusalem
International News
UN: 3 killed in quake collapse in northern Haiti
Frustrations await Bush, Clinton visit to Haiti
US doctor charged in deaths pleads not guilty
Israel: No building restrictions in east Jerusalem
French left beats Sarkozy's party in regional vote
China begins trial of 4 Rio Tinto employees
Iceland fears 2nd, even larger volcanic eruption
Militant group in Kabul with draft peace deal
Recount calls add to Iraq's political tension
Pope does not mention rebuke to Irish bishops
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